Radiographers in Nebraska (NE) are healthcare professionals who are responsible for the operation of x-ray equipment to produce diagnostic images to assist radiologists and physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
Radiographers are also known as radiology technologists/technicians, rad techs and x-ray technicians/techs.
We will most frequently use the terms radiology tech schools in Nebraska and/or x-ray tech schools in Nebraska on this page to mean the same thing.
Top Schools for Radiology Tech Training Nebraska
Radiology tech programs in Nebraska are usually accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) and/or approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Below is a list of the top 7 schools and colleges in Nebraska that offer accredited or approved radiology tech programs and degrees.
| College | City | Degree | Accreditation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHI Health Immanuel Medical Center | Omaha | Bachelor | JRCERT, ARRT |
| Clarkson College | Omaha | Associate | JRCERT, ARRT |
| Mary Lanning Healthcare | Hastings | Associate | JRCERT, ARRT |
| Nebraska Methodist College | Omaha | Associate | JRCERT, ARRT |
| Regional West Medical Center | Scottsbluff | Associate | JRCERT, ARRT |
| Southeast Community College | Lincoln | Associate | JRCERT, ARRT |
| University of Nebraska Medical Center | Omaha | Bachelor | JRCERT, ARRT |
Radiology Tech Requirements in Nebraska
To begin your career as a radiology tech in Nebraska, you must graduate from an accredited program and fulfil licensing requirements before obtaining employment.
- Obtain an Associate’s Degree in Radiology: To become a radiology tech in Nebraska, you must have completed a recognised radiology program at an accredited school. Employers will usually prefer an associate’s degree at a minimum.
- ARRT Exams: An associate’s degree is also a minimum requirement for applying to sit the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exams which are required for licensing in most states. The ARRT exams are computer-based and are administered at Pearson VUE testing centres throughout Nebraska.
- Nuclear Medicine Techs: If you wish to specialise in nuclear medicine technology, you must sit and pass the specialist exams set by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
- Licensing Requirements: To work as a radiology tech in Nebraska requires licensing. Once you have successfully passed the ARRT (or NMTCB) exams, you can apply for a license in your state.
- Limited License Options: Candidates can also apply for a limited license. A limited license allows the holder to take x-rays of select anatomy parts while under supervision. Examples of limited licenses include chest, dental, orthopaedic, podiatric, etc.
- Continuing Education Requirements: You will need to renew your license regularly. License renewal typically requires the completion of continuing education hours.
For more information on licensing, certification, and continuing education requirements, you can contact the Dept. of Health and Human Services Licensure Unit.
State Board: Dept. of Health and Human Services Licensure Unit
Website: https://dhhs.ne.gov
Phone: (402) 471-2118
Radiology Tech Salaries in Nebraska
| Salary | $58,700 |
|---|---|
| # Employed | 1,420 |
| Hourly Pay | $28.22 |
| Top 10% | $77,210 |
| Bottom 10% | $46,980 |
The average annual salary for radiology techs in Nebraska is $58,700. This equates to an hourly wage of $28.22 per hour.
Over the past five years, salary levels for radiology techs in the state have an increased by 12.4%, or $6,490.
Radiology techs in Nebraska earn almost 12% less than the national average of $66,490 for the profession.
Salary levels within the state will vary depending on your metro area, years of experience, and place of employment.
- The bottom 10% of earners (entry-level) made just $46,980 whilst the top 10% made $77,210 per annum.
- Those located in Omaha-Council Bluffs earned some of the highest salaries in the state at $58,760 per annum, whilst those in Grand Island earned some of the lowest average salaries at $57,340 per annum.
See the table below for salaries and employment by metro area in Nebraska.
| Metro Area | Average Salary | # Employed |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Island | $57,340 | 60 |
| Lincoln | $57,970 | 230 |
| Omaha-Council Bluffs | $58,760 | 630 |
Radiology Tech Employment in Nebraska
There are currently 1,420 people working as radiology techs in Nebraska (2021). The employment of radiology techs in Nebraska has experienced a decrease of -7.2%, or -110 jobs, since 2016.
Going forward, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment growth of 6% nationwide between 2021 and 2031. This is around the same as for all other professions.
Related careers in Nebraska
The table below compares radiology tech income and employment in Nebraska with other closely related careers.
| Salary | Employment | |
|---|---|---|
| Radiology Tech | $58,700 | 1,420 |
| Ultrasound Tech | $73,410 | 430 |
| MRI Tech | $70,680 | 210 |
| Cardiovascular Tech | $52,500 | 410 |
| Nuclear Med Tech | $75,800 | 100 |